They believe that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society…….Do you?

Our client is a unique Group of Companies, led by a registered charity. Established in 1998, they started by supporting 5 people; today they support 2,271 people through 17 subsidiary companies. With a turnover of £55m and over 2,500 very committed staff, they have financial and reputational strength. They support people with a range of highly complex needs. The people they support keep them inspired and keep them grounded.

Position: Non-Executive Director - multiple opportunities Location: Various locations throughout England and Scotland Contract type: Permanent Hours: Up to 8 days per year Salary: Expenses

About the role:

They need people who will strengthen their values and vision whilst at the same time bringing the skills that will be needed to succeed in their market place. They wish to maintain a drive to be effective and efficient but never for personal or monetary gain – simply to offer more opportunities to more people with a learning disability. Their vision is as follows:

- They will show that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society - They will be controlled by people with a learning disability - People with a learning disability will be involved in the direction and management of the organisation - People with a learning disability will design the support they want from them - They will respect the rights and wishes of people at home, at work and in the community - People with a learning disability will check the quality of support people receive from their company - They will be led by a charity

About you:

You must believe in their vision and want to make a difference with both your heart and your head. You may have experience in the public or third sector and/or a business background; probably at board level in a Health and Social Care setting. You may also be someone who has a learning disability and wants to share your experience to develop the organisation. Board or committee experience is desirable as is having a background in supported employment, recruitment and social enterprise; evidence of effectiveness in your chosen field or interest is essential.

This vacancy is being advertised by EasyWeb Recruitment, the UK’s leading Online Recruitment Agency. The services advertised by EasyWeb Recruitment are those of an employment agency. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief, and we confirm that we will gladly accept all applications.